Fat

Foods with generic fats such as animal fat should be avoided. Fat is a source of energy for your pup.

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are also another nutritional supplement to look out for in your Puggle’s meal.

They shouldn’t be a large part of your dog’s food, but small to very moderate carbohydrate amounts keep your dog healthy.

Carbohydrates also keep your dog full for a long time, and he will usually not want food in between meals.

Fiber is a good carbohydrate for your dog, and dietary fibers like oats, chicory, barley and beet pulp aid your dog’s digestion when taken in a small quantity.

How to Properly Feed Your Puggle

The feeding guidelines on dog food labels can act as a starting point so you can get an idea of how to feed your dog

Remember though, they are only suggested amounts.

You also need to watch how your dog eats and give measured portions as they will quickly overeat and become a fat Puggle!

Being overweight can lead to serious health problems for a Puggle, so these measures should be strictly taken.

The recommended daily amount (RDA) for Puggles is at most 1.5 cups of a top-quality dog food fed divided within two meals.

The size of your dog, age, body mass, activity level and metabolism all determine how much you feed your Puggles.

Also, a dog that is highly active may need to be fed more than one that is largely inactive.

The more nutritious your dog food, the greater the difference it makes on your dog and the less wastage or leftover you will have.

Ideally, Puggles are fed twice a day versus only one big meal in a day.

This, if fed in the right proportions, tends to prevent obesity as you can easily monitor their food intake and also minimize overfeeding or waste.

Common Health Issues of Puggles

Puggles are generally mostly healthy, but are prone to a few health problems.

Their short nose can cause breathing problems sometimes, but keeping your Puggle lean and healthy will help to prevent some of these illnesses.

The few potential health challenges of a Puggle are listed below:

Hypothyroidism

Side effects of hypothyroidism include, but are not limited to, hair loss and excessive shedding, mental dullness, cold tolerance, weight gain, hyperpigmentation of the skin and so on.

A veterinary doctor should always be the one treating this condition, but you can help prevent it if you give your Puggle a high-quality diet rich in Omega fatty acids, vitamins and a mineral.

Stenotic Nares

This disorder is also known as ‘pinched nostrils’.

It is a congenital disorder mainly common with dogs that have shorter muzzles. It Causes an inability to breathe well.

One of the best ways of dealing with stenotic nares is to keep your dog lean and healthy. Surgery is occasionally required to help them breathe a little easier…and quieter!

Hip Dysplasia

This is a condition that occurs when the thigh-bone doesn’t fit well into the hip joints.

It mostly affects the joint and possible symptoms include discomfort, leg pain, limping, and lameness in one or both rear legs.

Must-have Ingredients

Essential ingredients such as carbohydrates, fats, and protein are needed to promote your Puggle’s body functions.

You can also go for a feed that contains only natural ingredients.

This includes raw meats, vegetarian diets or mixtures that contain ingredients such as brown pasta, eggs, meat and vegetables, as you desire.

If you opt for cheaper dog food, just keep this ingredient list in mind as you check out your options.

Ingredients to Avoid

Grains, especially wheat and corn are the most common foods that cause an allergic reaction in dogs and should be avoided in their diet.

Beef and dairy products have also shown to cause allergic issues in some dogs, along with chicken, eggs, as well as artificial additives.

You should definitely check for all these ingredients and always remember to ask the advice of a veterinary doctor should you have doubts about a particular meal to give your Puggle.

Learn More

Want to learn a bit more about the Puggle breed? This video does a great job of covering this cute and amazing doggie:

With all the great attributes and necessary concerns with this breed, it’s easy to see why choosing the best dog food for Puggles should be a goal of yours so your pet can lead a long, active and healthy life.